Transnet officials warned of Richards Bay equipment irregularities before AG flagged R100m waste

Internal documents show Transnet procurement officials were alerted to idle equipment and contract irregularities at Richards Bay port prior to the auditor-general's finding of over R100m in wasteful expenditure. The warning suggests potential negligence or mismanagement in procurement oversight. This matters as Richards Bay is a key coal export hub, and continued inefficiencies could affect South African export capacity and fiscal accountability.